Home Office centres deserted as migrants 'scared' of Rwanda scheme

Tuesday, 30 April 2024 (3 weeks ago)
At immigration centres up and down the country, migrants attend regular meetings with caseworkers.

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News video: UK detains migrants to be sent to Rwanda under new scheme

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